Many States Charge a 10-Cent Deposit on Every Can of Soda

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Multiple Choice

Many states charge a 10-cent deposit on every can of soda sold.A purchaser pays an extra 10 cents per can and will get his or her money back by returning the empty can to a store.This policy encourages recycling by

• A)lowering the willingness to pay for recycling materials.
• B)shifting in the demand curve for canned soda.
• C)raising the opportunity cost of discarding empty cans.
• D)taxing the production of canned soda.

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Definitions:

Avoidable Expenses

Costs that can be eliminated if a certain decision is made, such as discontinuing a product line.

Financial Advantage

A benefit enjoyed by an entity that puts it in a stronger financial position, such as lower costs, greater revenues, or superior investment returns.

Avoidable Expenses

Costs that can be eliminated if a particular decision is made, such as discontinuing a product or service.

Fixed Manufacturing Expenses

Fixed expenses that are not affected by changes in production or sales quantities, like rent, salaries, and insurance.